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Frequently Asked Questions

Most students can complete the certificate in three semesters of part-time study, depending on course load and availability.

No. The Usability and User Experience in Health Care certificate is a standalone program that does not require you to be enrolled in a degree program. It’s open to both current Ohio State students and non-degree-seeking professionals who want to advance their careers.

Yes. The program is 100% online and fully asynchronous, meaning you can view lectures on your own schedule.

This program is ideal for individuals employed as usability specialists or user experience (UX) designers, and Ohio State undergraduate students enrolled in health information management and systems, health sciences, business, or computer science.

No, the Nursing in School Health Services Certificate program does not admit international students.

The Nursing in School Health Services Certificate prepares you to administer school health services, however it does not lead to School Nurse licensure. If you are an Ohio RN interested in earning an Ohio Department of Education School Nurse license, consider our School Nurse Professional Pupil Services Licensure Certificate program.

Applicants must have an active and unrestricted RN license, have completed a nursing degree program accredited through ACEN or CNEA, and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Admission Requirements: Applicants must have an active and unrestricted RN license, a completed bachelor’s degree, and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

The duration of the program can vary, but it typically takes 1 to 2 years to complete, depending on whether you are studying full-time or part-time.

Applicants usually need a valid RN license and a bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field. Some programs may require prior work experience in nursing.

State authorization refers to regulations that impact online and on-ground education offered across state lines and programs that lead to state licenses or certifications. Compliance with these regulations ensures that an Ohio State degree will be recognized. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review each state’s educational requirements for licensure or certification. Each state has unique authorization requirements, so Ohio State must review each state’s laws to ensure that the university is in compliance. At Ohio State, we have a team dedicated to researching regulations, seeking and maintaining compliance, communicating changes in authorization status, and disclosing state licensure and certification information. For more information on your specific state’s licensing board, please refer to State Authorization.

Ohio State’s online undergraduate assistive certificate is primarily designed for current rehabilitation technicians or students who are enrolled in an undergraduate engineering, health sciences, or special education program. The online graduate certificate prepares graduate-level students and individuals looking for a post-professional certificate to set themselves apart in their field.

Yes, you must have an active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license to apply for our online certificate program. This ensures that all participants have the necessary foundational knowledge and credentials to succeed in our advanced coursework.